First fold pocket piece in half and press, then you're going to layer your pieces

You should have 2 sets of these sandwich like sets..

Next take one set and pin one of the webbing yards, to make the straps. Starting at the bottom leave about 4" between each strap.

do this to the other set, so both look like this..

Now you're going to stitch the strap to all 3 layers, starting at one cut end of webbing, sewing along the edge of the strap. You will stitch pass the pocket and up to where your batting edge ends. (this will allow the fabric to show at the top above the pocket when finished)

Pivot your bag with needle down and sew the other edge of the strap back down to where you started. This will tack down both edges of this strap.

Repeat this to other side of strap on same side of bag your working on.

Repeat to other bag side. Once both are complete you are half way DONE! Now layer the 2 bag sides one on top of each other right sides together. At this point your straps are loose on the inside of the bag, just make sure to keep them out of the way, when you sew. Pin together leaving a 5" opening at the top center. (remember sewn straps are at the bottom of the bag) Stitch 1/2 inch around all 4 sides. Remembering to leave a 5" opening.

Now you're going to shape corners of bag and lining. (bit tricky) You're going to open up the corner and press it down so it looks like this.

then pin it and measure 2" from the point and about 4" across and sew along that 4".

Do this to all 4 corners. Does you're bag look like this? (TIP before you cut the corners I would make sure that the lining fits great, just in case you need to make some adjustments...I'm talking from experience)

NOW slowly turn it inside out, and if you're lining sits great, then go ahead and cut the corners. You can now stitch closed the lining (the 5" opening) with a small stitch.. and lastly you're going to top stitch the top of the bag...Remember you're top stitching so make a bigger size stitch, like a 4.0 would be great..

isn't this cute? my friend made this one for her little girl.. even her inside looks so professional..

Now both of these bags used the same pattern, but obviously they turned out a little different..(I think my bag measurements were a little off.. to my defense it was about 7pm and my brain shuts off at 5p...) but they both still look good. so with that said if you bag comes out a little bigger or smaller it will still do it's job and know one will know but you..

Go and make some and send me pictures. I would love to see what you can create!

So, I love the bags. Question, though, I was wondering if I made my own straps, would you think they'd be as durable as the webbing? I think I might give it a try soon and see how it works out. I was thinking about a coordinating strap with a thin layer of batting inside.

You can totally use fabric as the straps instead of the webbing. It won't be as sturdy but you can sew on gross grain ribbon to one side to make it a bit more. I have done this in the past and it works great.

Mine turned out great for a beginner sewer, but my lining ended up being short. I know I measured properly, do you know why this might be? It would be great to know because I would like to make more very soon!

To Leah, I make tote bags all the time and I use matching fabric over the webbing. I cut the strips 5 inches wide and a few inches longer then the webbing. Press them in half lengthwise, then I fold each side to the middle a press again. Wrap the strips around the webbing and stitch close to the edge. Then proceed as the directions say. Five inches should be wide enough for the typical webbing. To be sure, cut a scrape 5" and test it.

I made the bag today and used this machine: janome DC2011, decor computer 2011. My machine didn't even batt an eyelid at the multiple layers. I also use this machine to quilt my own full sized quilts. I got it off amazon and adore it!

For those asking about the size of the finished tote bag: mine was 10 inches high,

I am thinking of doing a decorative stitch at the top of the pocket and if the batting is only 15x10, then the top of the bag would be that 10" I think. Will find out tomorrow when I put it all together.

The main bag piece is also the lining I presume. I hope that's how it will all fit together anyway. Then you top stitch it to keep it all in place.

this was my first attempt at sewing, and it was an easy enough project! Loved the way the bag turned out but due to my novice i didn't realize it was as small as it was. I invisioned something larger, next time i will adjust the size of the pieces of material to suit my liking!

Good to see such nice tote bags with beautiful customization. Tote bags are a symbol of stylish gesture and smart personality. Popularity of tote bag is increasing day by day. As it is a nice product, some customization can take the style/smartness to a new level. Wanna know more.

Would be nice if you proof your directions and update them. I can't find where the pocket piece is ever sewn to the bottom piece...in others words where and how did you attach the zigzag material to the elephant material? Simply says to fold pocket piece and press it. I know how but I see that someone else had a similar question that was never responded to. Anyway. Great bags, nice tutorial, just needs to be reviewed, proofed and updated.

I tweaked it to incorporate some left-over HSTs from the quilt it goes with, and I didn't have twill on hand, so I made the straps - just used a 1" strip of fusible fleece with regular fabric. Worked great - is stable, strong, and comfy in the hand.

I've just found this tutorial on pinterest. I whipped one up this morning and it looks fantastic! Thanks for a straight forward, well worded tutorial! We are going to Euro Disney ina few weeks so will be making another one, just slightly larger :) Emma

I just made one and it is adorable! I did the pink and white chevron and then Blue/light blue anchors! I love it! I wish is was a little bigger though. I might try and make another one and double the size of it, so it's more like a beach tote bag. Thanks for the easy Tutorial!

Its really good to see such a wonderful design of the custom tote bags. A custom tote bag is a useful item to accompany you while you are on a shopping spree. They can hold a number of items at a time.

Hello - I came across your blog after finding an image of one of your bags on Pinterest while I was searching for some fresh ideas for my handbag website - I am glad I found your blog, you do great work.

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I just made this last night. Came out really cute. I is not a large tote but makes a really cute bag. I added some interfacing to the pocket pieces for more stability and it worked great. I have made several different variations of this type of bag and I always wanted firmer pockets. I think I may add some to the lining portion of the tote next time.Thanks for the tutorial.

I just made my first tote ever using this tutorial. I am a beginner so I thought this would be a huge undertaking. I was wrong. Your directions were easy to follow and I had no problems. I even added a magnetic snap! A little time consuming for this newbie but, I am sure the more I made the faster I would get.

Love it. Just made one. Instructions were very easy to follow. Next time I'm going to make a little bigger one. This one my 12 year old has already claimed. She said it will make a great soft lunch box. Thanks for sharing.

Thanks for this!! For me, it was a little harder than I thought it would be...mainly just the cutting of the pieces - because I wanted it bigger - but once I figured it out, it turned out beautifully!!! I didn't do the corners like it said above (I just pushed everything into the lining, no biggie for me, lol). Then at the end, I ironed out the top (be careful NOT to touch the iron to the webbing, as it will melt the webbing...not good, oh well at least it was just one piece!) but I ironed out the top and then did a quick top stitch around the top to ensure it stayed stiff. thanks!! excited to make a few of these!For anyone who's interested, the size I made mine was: 2 bag pieces - 20" wide (left to right) by 28" long (top to bottom) 2 pocket pieces - 20" wide (left to right) by 22" long (top to bottom) and the batting, 2 pieces - 20" wide x 14" long. I also prefer long handles so I think next time I will use 2 pieces of webbing at least 1 and 3/4 yard per piece.Thanks!!

Hi, I like the bag and the pattern you've put up, i'm just confused as to which part is the pocket? the one with zigzag pattern or the elephants? i've made a few tote bags before, using a reversible tote pattern and would like to add this to my list too.. Instead of webbing, i intend to add handles made out of the same fabric but with an interfacing to make them sturdier.Could you be kind enough to explain the first part again, where your stitch the batting, body and 'pockets' together. thanks in advance!

Hi again, i managed to work around it and just finished it all up.. its a nice little bag, perfect as a knitting project bag.. I'm travelling soon and this would be a great lil bag to haul my stuff around.. next time, i'm definitely making a bigger size :-)thanks!

Sorry to be dense but where is the lining. I usually use four pieces, 2 for out side and 2 for lining. I can't figure it out from the pictures. Seems I am the only one to not see the whole picture. It looks like the batting is the lining.

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